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Watch them thrive at Scots College Discover your child’s potential at Scots College in Wellington, in a nurturing and supportive environment. Students at Scots are encouraged to develop allround character with a variety of opportunities in many areas across academia, sport, culture, service and spirituality. As an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School, Scots College offers a dual qualification pathway with a truly global perspective. Scots believes that as well as providing the necessary knowledge for students to thrive now and in their future they also need to focus on the soft skills students will require to be successful.
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With this, Scots College is making
changes to its Senior School to: offer a revised Year 11 curriculum from 2019 to better equip students for success in Years 12, 13 and beyond, in the following year Scots
Students are offered a vibrant family orientated environment, and the opportunity to establish life-long friendships. is welcoming girls in Years 11 to 13 in both day and boarding, providing a foundation for realistic, meaningful and lasting adult relationships.
To enhance the educational experience they are also building new facilities that include flexible learning areas and resources to enhance the College’s STEM programme. Scots College has a proud and long history of boarding. Five-and seven-day boarding for students Years 7-13 at Scots is a rewarding and enjoyable experience.
boarding houses and support for learning.
Students are offered a vibrant family orientated environment, and the opportunity to establish lifelong friendships.
CONTACT: enrolments@scotscollege.school.nz to book a visit or view their website at www.scotscollege.school.nz
Students are encouraged to take part in a variety of recreational activities and each student’s emotional and physical well being is cared for through a range of pastoral-care systems and services. Scots College would be delighted to meet you and offer a tour.
The onsite facilities provide nutritious meals approved by the Heart Foundation’s Fuelled4Life programme, modern living conditions with two recently built
Specific learning difficulties help available from LDA Wairarapa LDA Wairarapa helps young people with specific learning difficulties (SLD) including dyslexia. We can arrange for an assessment, which highlights learning strengths and weaknesses and pinpoints where extra help is needed. We offer individual tuition based on the assessment report using trained primary or secondary teachers
who have completed further intensive training to work with SLD. Our tutors work closely with the student’s school teachers and tuition often takes place during the school day. Although the assessment and tuition have to be paid for by families, LDA’s voluntary committee works extremely hard to maintain a
fund to help subsidise the costs. We also organise events for students, parents and teachers. If you would like to support LDA Wairarapa in their work with young people, please email us and ask us to send you our regular newsletter. TICKETS ARE NOW AVAILABLE for our special screening of “Pick of the Litter”, a family film about puppies
being trained to be guide dogs, on Saturday, 1 September at 3.45 pm. This is part of the NZ International Film Festival and tickets cost $20 including refreshments before the film. EMAIL LDAwairarapa@gmail.com for tickets or call in to Regent 3 Cinema, Queen Street, Masterton.
Where new ideas arrive every day Happy and proud to support Wairarapa education.
Queen Street, Masterton Phone 06 3788 300 Facebook.com/mastertonpaperplus
SCOTS COLLEGE SCHOOL AND BOARDING FOR BOYS YEARS 7-13 • • • •
Strong Academic performance Passionate teachers Personalised education Vibrant, family focussed boarding
Book your personal tour, call 04 380 7581 or email enrolments@scotscollege.school.nz
From 2020 Scots College is welcoming girls into the Senior School (Years 11-13). Enrolments for day and boarding are now open.
Are you a policy maker, teacher, or do you have whanau or family affected by LEARNING DIFFICULTIES such as dyslexia? If you would like to learn more or would like to become a tutor or receive our monthly newsletter, please contact us on P: 06 370 8032 E: ldawairarapa@gmail.com F: lda wairarapa
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education focus Once upon a time By Warwick Delmonte of Paper Plus After mum and dad, and perhaps Richie McCaw, I believe the greatest role model a child can have, is the local book shop. Surrounded by aisles of books, they can embark on a journey that can truly last a lifetime - adventure, discovery, travel, laughter, tears, fun, creativity, drama and education. Imaginations fed by books grow at an almost unseemly rate. Jerry Seinfeld perhaps put it best in his book Sienlanguage when he said “I love bookstores because they are physical proof that people are still thinking.” But I know it’s not easy. The Internet is a big, bold, bright and shiny thing. To a child it is irresistible, and instant. But it is also impersonal, and completely devoid of an irreplaceable experience – strolling through the shelves, picking up a book, taking it to the counter, carrying a new story out of the shop, and taking it home where it will be theirs forever. This is what we offer at Paper Plus the Experience. Remember, on-line retailers are e-commerce specialists, not booksellers. Booksellers are people. Come on in and meet ours. And bring the kids.
Talents & interests of Makoura students to be nurtured in new programme Students will be able to take pride in something they’ve created, designed, choreographed or presented to an audience and have their achievements acknowledged.
When it comes to education, students are always looking for more choice, more interesting activities to participate in and different ways to improve themselves.
A key to the success of this innovation will be community and whānau involvement, mixed with the values and tikanga of Makoura College.
A new programme at Makoura College will focus on making that happen for every student. In an ever-expanding and rapidlychanging world, the school makes a point of not squeezing its students into a ‘one size fits all’ education.
There is an emphasis on selfmanagement and responsibility, a sense of ownership and empowerment for the students, and also being aware of others through helping and learning about the community they live in.
The college motivates its students by giving them more choice, more freedom to choose their own goals and encouragement for them to develop improved skills to achieve those goals. Next year, students will have an opportunity one day a week to choose specialist curriculum activities such as communityconnected projects, outdoor education, gateway and work experiences, services and sporting academies, and cultural and artistic pursuits. The new programme will focus on developing student capability in a range of skill areas such as community engagement, teamwork, risk-taking, generating ideas, and leadership. Mixed year level groups will mean
The response from the school community has been very positive and there is a buzz about Makoura as the college looks forward to next year.
The new programme will focus on developing student capability in a range of skill areas such as community engagement, teamwork, risk-taking, generating ideas, and leadership.
that junior students enjoy the benefits of fresh ideas and support from senior students, helping to create a mentoring process within the student body. This new approach to learning will cater for everyone, giving those people with talents in different areas a chance to understand more about their abilities, a chance to grow, and for all students to be empowered.
It’s an exciting time at Makoura College and principal Paul Green warmly invites prospective students and their whānau to get in touch and find out how this new programme can make a difference to their learning.
Kia Manawanui Courage, Compassion & Community Give us a call on 06 378 6074 to find out how we’re making a difference every day.
office@mc.school.nz www.mc.school.nz
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education focus Do you want to be a designer? Do you want to harness your creative talent for a career? The creative industries are booming. The number of people employed as graphic or fashion designers has doubled and Kiwi creative talent is in demand all over the world. If you like drawing, problem-solving and coming up with new things, then The Design School can help you turn those skills into a career in the creative industries.
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from NZQA, The Design School helps over a hundred creative students launch their creative careers every year.
Kia Manawanui: with courage and compassion. A place where young parents can continue their education in a supportive and caring environment.
Graduates now work for some of the best design companies in the world and many run their own businesses.
In addition to an individualised programme, full support will be provided to students such as transport to and from school, covering South Wairarapa, Carterton and wider Masterton area. There are childcare services provided at the Makoura Community Early Childhood Centre and other wraparound agency support as the health and well-being of our students is important to us.
Check out designschool.ac.nz or find us on Facebook and then come in to The Design School studio to see how you can use your talent as a career.
With 25 years of exceptional results and the highest Quality ratings
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Every student counts at Solway College Solway College’s outstanding NCEA and Scholarship successes demonstrate what can be achieved in a small school where every student counts, where expectations are high and where staff and students are focused on achievement. Last year nearly three-quarters (74%) of Solway students gained endorsed certificates in NCEA over all three NCEA levels and over onethird of students gained excellence endorsements. Solway students also achieved NZQA Scholarships in English and five university
academic excellence and leadership scholarships, including two Auckland University Top Achiever Scholarships. At Solway outstanding successes in sports complement these academic achievements. Solway students have competed at provincial and national levels in a range of sports including netball, cricket, lawn bowls, waka ama, tennis, hockey, equestrian, swimming and athletics. That every student counts at Solway is also evident in the ongoing development of the sports programme, which has seen the
introduction of a range of new sports and opportunities to cater for individual needs, interests and skills. Surfing, lawn bowls, archery, skiing, a “Learn to Ride” equestrian programme, a health and wellbeing programme and a talent development programme are all now on offer at Solway. For those with talents in performing arts opportunities also abound. Kapa haka, singing groups, rock bands, chamber music, drama, , debating, public speaking and the very popular Intercollegiate Shakespeare group have all seen
Solway students make the most of their opportunities to perform and excel in the arts. Girls are expected to contribute positively and to fulfil their potential. Because of the success of the college there is a high demand for places and to cater for this demand Solway offers a range of enrolment options to suit family needs. Contact the college to discuss the opportunities and options available for the girls in your family. www.solwaycollege.school.nz
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– Individualised programmes to meet each learners needs – Wide variety of subject choice – Caring high quality teachers and support staff – Transport from South Wairarapa through to Masterton – Students who support each other – Lunch and all educational stationary supplied – Quality childcare – Access to a wide variety of support agencies Contact us on 06 377 3491 or 0800 924 878
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Montessori Preschool - encouraging confident learners Wairarapa Montessori Preschool offers a peaceful and orderly environment that enables children to become independent and confident learners who have a love of learning.
in size, length and weight, exploring solid and plane geometry shapes. Vocabulary expands as children revel in wonderful sounding names such as ovoid, ellipse, sphere and parallelogram.
A structured curriculum is supported by Montessori-trained teachers and special Montessori equipment. Children are allowed to work at their own pace using unique materials. These encourage self-confidence, independence, selfdiscipline and concentration.
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Sensorial - Art: Working with size, colour, sound, weight, textures and shapes. Science - Geography: Puzzle maps, globes, pictures and classification games teach the child about the world, our place in it and respect for other cultures.
The Montessori classroom is a thriving community of learners where everyone is treated with respect and dignity. Small groups and a rich Montessori programme foster love of learning, independence and creativity. For 111 years Montessori methods have transformed education in nearly every country of the world. Wairarapa Montessori began 21 years ago. With exceptional support from parents there now are four Montessori primary classes in Carterton. THIS IS WHAT PARENTS SAY ABOUT WAIRARAPA MONTESSORI: “We knew from our first visit that our daughter would love her time here and would learn
a great deal. Everything has exceeded our expectations. The teachers have fantastic parent-teacher relationships and do an amazing job caring for and teaching to every child’s individual needs. We recommend this centre to anyone!” “We highly value Montessori as the focus is on our children becoming confident, engaged, independent learners. Excellent learning materials, working at their own pace using their
interests as motivation in close collaboration with their caring, interested teachers in a supportive learning environment, is the key. Consequently our children are thriving, becoming more confident in their own abilities and most importantly, are happy.” THE CURRICULUM FEATURES FIVE KEY AREAS: Mathematics - Geometry: Learning subtle gradations
Give your child a head start at school Do want your child to be a competent independent self-learner? Our Montessori Children’s House offers a peaceful and orderly environment based around a structured learning curriculum supported by Montessori trained teachers and special Montessori learning materials
20 hours ECE Aged from 2-6 years
“Montessori’s been fantastic for my daughter’s socialisation. The structure and orderliness really suits her nature, we’ve decided to continue with Montessori into primary school” Experience first hand what makes the Montessori approach unique. For more information contact Pauline Harter
06 3775457 or 021 128 7308
Wairarapa Montessori Preschool
114 Lincoln Road, Masterton. Phone Pauline Harter 06 370 1471 Open 8am - 4pm Monday - Friday • www.wairarapamontessori.com
Practical Life: Real-life activities such as scrubbing, polishing, washing, cooking, sewing and food preparation, giving children skills to care for themselves and developing concentration and coordination. Reading and Language: Building vocabulary and developing handwriting skills. Your visit is welcome: Experience firsthand what makes the Montessori approach unique. To accommodate working parents, the centre is open throughout the year, only closing for the Christmas - New Year holidays.
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education focus A safe and New bike track an exciting addition to Dalefield School welcoming The school is well-resourced and In its tranquil setting towards the the internal learning areas have foothills, Dalefield School environment at Tararua been remodelled, providing a safe has much to celebrate. Hadlow and attractive environment for With 55 students, three teaching students and staff. Pre-school staff, an admin officer, principal, Families are welcome at any part-time caretaker and four
Hadlow Pre-school welcomes threeand four-year-old children from throughout Wairarapa to our safe and welcoming environment on the grounds of Hadlow School. We aim to provide the very best service and pride ourselves on our solid reputation and reliable teachers. We have created a happy and respectful environment for children of all cultures to experience a sense of belonging and understanding of the bicultural heritage of New Zealand. We encourage and support our children to extend their learning, utilising our fantastic resources and facilities.
teacher aides, Dalefield School is pulling above its weight.
The new bike track is an exciting development that has been the culmination of a couple of years’ work by students, parents, and the wider community. Snaking through the trees and extensive playgrounds, cycling and running on the track will become an integral part of what we do here!
time and the support from the community is building exponentially as the new and exciting direction of the school is being embedded. From our new entrants to the passionate Year 8 students, Dalefield School serves its community with pride.
Was school a struggle?
We have a variety of activities on offer - all of which are set up to help educate and inspire children to become confident and capable learners. We encourage independence and self-management skills so that your child is well prepared for any school they may go on to.
Literacy Wairarapa assists adult learners to help improve their reading, writing, maths and other skills required for further study or employment.
Please visit us to find out more about what we can offer you and your preschool child.
We have a variety of programmes, including small group classes in intensive literacy & numeracy,
learner licence, communicating in English, computer skills, financial literacy and foundation learning.
We offer help to learners who are 16 years and over and who have left the secondary school system.
Some learners may find they are not ready to commit to a group course so we can assign a one-toone literacy tutor to work with you on a self-directed programme that suits your learning needs. Tuition is available at no cost to learners.
REAP House, 340 Queen Street, Masterton. Courses and tuition are delivered at other venues by arrangement. We are a member of Literacy Aotearoa, a national provider of adult literacy programmes. Phone (06) 3774214 or 0800 678910 for more information. Search www.literacy.org.nz
Literacy Wairarapa is situated in
How can we help you improve your job skills? Literacy Wairarapa offers assistance to Adult learners 16 years and over. We run a variety of courses to help improve your literacy & numeracy as well as courses in basic computing, learner licence theory and Social English. We have small class sizes - usually up to 8 per group.
A small school with a semi-rural heart, 4.5 km from the centre of Carterton. We are a full primary offering a unique and picturesque learning environment. Dalefield Road, Dalefield, Carterton
Phone 06 379 7416
office@dalefield.school.nz www.dalefield.school.nz
Providing a caring, inspiring, holistic education in preparation for school.
68 High Street, Masterton Phone 06 370 6961 preschool@hadlow.school.nz www.hadlowpreschool.nz
NEW DOORS OPEN WITH LITERACY, NUMERACY AND COMPUTER SKILLS
Short Courses & Programmes • Computers for Beginners & Beyond • Intensive Literacy & Numeracy • Road Code Theory • English Language classes • Workplace Literacy Programmes • Financial Literacy & Life Skills • Certificate in Foundation Skills Level 1
Hadlow Pre-School welcomes children from throughout Wairarapa. Hours 8.30am - 12.45pm or 8.30am - 2.30pm Term time
Our offices are in REAP House, 340 Queen Street, Masterton. Classes are also held at the Featherston Community Centre and at other venues by demand. Annually over 200 learners access our services. For more details contact the manager.
We offer one-to-one and small group assistance to adults who need help with their literacy & numeracy skills. Premium pre-school education at competitive rates
20 Hours Free ECE
Literacy Wairarapa Inc
REAP House, 340 Queen Street Masterton Ph: (06) 377 4214
E: literacywairarapa@orcon.net.nz
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education focus Kuranui College prepares students for a rapidly-changing world Kuranui’s new Principal Simon Fuller hit the ground running when he joined the South Wairarapa college last term, but he couldn’t be happier. “What struck me from the moment I arrived is the warmth and connected relationships between all levels of our school. The name Kuranui means ‘big school’ and we certainly have a big heart and big opportunities.”
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One such opportunity has been the introduction of the Ignite junior curriculum where students are encouraged to follow their own interests and focus on independent learning. Through this fresh approach, Mr Fuller believes that the school is kindling student passion and best preparing them for a future in a rapidly-changing world.
in all areas from NCEA achievement to sporting successes, as well as being national leaders in arts and culture.” Kuranui College is going from strength to strength with a modern and attractive environment, with unique facilities that the wider community can utilise. “In the last term we have seen stronger connections between Kuranui College and the local primary schools. It’s been great to see students and teachers enjoying shared knowledge and opportunities. “We’re extremely proud of what we’re achieving, but have big plans for the future from property development to world-leading opportunities for our students. Come and see us to discuss how we can help to ignite your child’s future.”
“Ignite gives every student a chance to learn through real-life problems and situations, allowing them to grow into resilient, young adults capable of solving everyday issues when they leave school. “Our students also continue to excel
Equestrian Academy settles into home at Solway College
SOLWAY COLLEGE EQUESTRIAN ACADEMY • Performance Academy • Learn to Ride Programmes • Equine Study courses - NZQA approved • Community Programmes - including holiday camps • On-site Facility Base
2018 has brought a landmark moment for Solway College with the Solway Equestrian Academy going ‘on-site’ in its second year. The lower field has been turned into a paddock base, with post and rail, equifencing, limestone roading, and sheltered containers for tack and feed. Private access provides a safe and easy route for the Academy girls as they head to various training sessions in the Solway Showgrounds. The girls are able to train all aspects of equestrian sports – dressage and show jumping on the arenas, and cross-country training over the fields and jumps. 2018 has also seen the appointment of full-time Academy Manager Francesca Silver-Carter, a three-times winner of the National Three Day Event and Equestrian Sport NZ Talent ID rider. Specialist coaches are brought in each week, and the Academy is blessed to have Olympic medallist Tinks Pottinger as a regular weekly coach. Other coaches include Jeremy Gardiner and Marg Robinson (Dressage
specialists), and Issie Whatley. This year two girls qualified to compete in the prestigious ‘Horse of the Year’ event in Hawke’s Bay, and Equestrian Captain Grace Gray won a Silver medal as part of a Team in the North Island Secondary Schools Eventing Championships. The Learn-to-Ride Programme has just been launched and this year will be expanded to Intermediate-aged children, as well as the ‘Learn-to-Ride Plus’ programme. The Community Holiday Programme targets Primary School children, and we are set to run our second annual live-in Camp in the October school holidays. The Equine Studies Programme offers girls the opportunity to study courses in equine-related areas as a pathway to a career in the equine industry. Enquiries to: equestrian@solwaycollege.school.nz, or PM to the Solway Equestrian Academy FB page
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East Street, Greytown School Office: 06 304 9116 office@kuranui-college.school.nz www.kuranuicollege.school.nz
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